Commercial HVAC Install Superintendent

About the role

The HVAC Install Superintendent at Kelso Industries oversees all on-site installation activities, leading the field execution, managing crews, scheduling, and logistics to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and according to code.

Responsibilities

• Field Management & Supervision: Oversees multiple HVAC installation crews, assigns jobs, and ensures adherence to company standards, safety, and productivity goals.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Coordinates with general contractors and project managers to schedule installations, inspections, and equipment start-ups.
• Logistics & Material Management: Ensures materials, tools, and equipment are ordered, delivered, and properly utilized on site, reducing waste.
• Quality Control & Compliance: Conducts site inspections to ensure installations comply with building codes, safety regulations (OSHA), and design specifications.
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Assists field crews in resolving technical, design, or installation issues on-site.
• Communication & Reporting: Provides regular updates to project managers, reports on project progress, and manages customer service issues or change orders.
• Mentorship & Training: Trains, mentors, and evaluates installers to foster a skilled, high-performing team.

Requirements

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of Commercial HVAC systems, blueprints, and building codes.
• Leadership: Experience leading teams.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve conflicts, technical issues, and scheduling challenges.
• Safety Focus: Strict adherence to safety protocols, including OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 5+ years of field service and installation experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, blueprints, and building codes.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Skills

• Field Management & Supervision: Directs and assists install crews, technicians, and subcontractors to ensure efficiency and quality workmanship.
• Operations & Scheduling: Plans daily, weekly, or long-term install schedules and coordinates logistics to meet customer deadlines and project milestones.
• Safety & Compliance: Enforces OSHA regulations, safety policies, and local mechanical codes on all job sites.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Offers expertise in diagnosing complex HVAC issues, providing technical support to field staff.
• Quality Control & Inspections: Conducts regular site visits and inspections to verify installations meet design specifications and company standards.
• Customer & Vendor Relations: Serves as the primary contact for clients or general contractors regarding repairs, maintenance, and project progress.
• Personnel Development: Trains, mentors, and evaluates service technicians to improve productivity and safety awareness.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintains records of projects, daily activities, materials used, and equipment performance.

Benefits

• Competitive wages based on experience, up to $55/hour.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

Pay

Competitive wages based on experience, up to $55/hour.

Schedule

N/A